Sr Inventory Management Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Boston, MA

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About The Position

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Unity Lab Services team, the Sr Inventory Management Specialist supports accurate inventory management and smooth operations at customer sites. The role manages inventory control activities across various locations, including replenishment, cycle counting, order processing, returns, back-order processing, and inventory reconciliation. It emphasizes precise stock management, responsive customer service, safety, quality, and continuous process improvement. The position involves working independently at customer sites and collaborating with supervisors, teammates, and internal partners. Work is performed in laboratory, office, warehouse, cold-room, and other customer-site environments. The role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual material handling, regular lifting of 30–40 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving loads of up to 100 pounds with equipment. Required protective equipment may include safety shoes, lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, gloves, safety glasses, and other PPE. Some customer areas may contain chemical-based allergens, including penicillin and tetracycline. Overtime may be necessary. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant inventory, warehouse, retail stocking, or customer-facing experience. Compensation for this Massachusetts-based position is estimated at $20.62–$30.94 per hour, with possible eligibility for a variable annual bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of inventory management or warehouse operations experience; the job also describes 2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience.
Strong proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Ability to operate handheld scanners and inventory management systems.
Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and report generation.
Analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating discrepancies.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, particularly via email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull 30–40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
Strong customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Willingness to work in varied environments, including cold rooms and warehouses, and in temperature-controlled environments.
Knowledge of safety protocols and GMP standards.
Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform frequent manual material handling.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety shoes, lab coats, and other protective equipment as needed.
Successful completion of Thermo Fisher Scientific pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Nice To Haves

Preferred field of study in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
Relevant industry certifications, such as APICS CPIM or CSCP.
Experience operating material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Use handheld RF scanners and a mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and back-order processing.
Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to keep inventory records current.
Respond to customer questions primarily by email, follow up by phone, and assist internal partners in resolving issues and building trust.
Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements to daily workflows.
Maintain safety and organization in work areas by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE.
Monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision plan choices.
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
At least 120 hours of paid time off.
Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage in accordance with company policy.
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
Competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan, with eligible colleagues able to purchase company stock at a discount.
Possible variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.